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07-27-2012, 09:00 PM
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71 chevy step side first build
I am building a 71 Chevy c10 step side. I picked it up in Georgia for $500 I'm planning on lowering it and puttin a LS1 engine in it. I'm 18 years old and this is my first build I'll be asking a lot of questions.Ill have pics up soon. Thanks,Cody.
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07-27-2012, 09:42 PM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
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07-27-2012, 09:48 PM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
I like the starter truck you found and I think you got the price right, I will be happy to watch your build.
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07-27-2012, 10:11 PM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
Thanks I will keep you updated with photos
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07-28-2012, 08:35 AM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
Looks good, keep up updated.
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07-28-2012, 10:52 AM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
I got the front clip off this morning. I'm wanting To get cab and bed off by the end of the day
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07-28-2012, 11:08 AM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
Good start, looks same as mine, but mines rustier. lol I'll be watching, update pics often!
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1972 C10 Deluxe.Shortbed. 402/400. A/C, white interior, needs complete restore. Project Red, white and blue. Used to be a Longbed apperently. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451950 1971 c10 step 250 3 OTT 1969 c30 TOW-MATER. 307 4 speed, holmes 440 body. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451082 2006 CTS-V LS2 6spd. |
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07-28-2012, 11:10 AM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
don't forget the PICTURES !!!!
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07-28-2012, 03:36 PM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
I just got the cab and bed off, now I'm down to the frame. I'm having trouble posting pictures but hope to have them up tonight!
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07-28-2012, 08:35 PM
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07-29-2012, 11:26 AM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
Today I got te frame cleaned up and after my new suspension kit and drop spindles come in I'll be sending it off to sand blasting and powder coating.
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07-29-2012, 07:50 PM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
nice progress
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07-29-2012, 09:01 PM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
Welcome to the forum, Wow, you don't mess around do you
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07-29-2012, 09:37 PM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
Thank you! And yes Iv got a lot done on it the last few days. I have the frame ready to send off for powder coating. I think I'm going to start putting my new floor pan while my frames off gettin coated.
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07-29-2012, 09:51 PM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
I need to see what y'all think I should do for a motor? I'm thinking either a LS1 or a big block I can't figure it out! What do y'all think?
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07-29-2012, 10:28 PM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
welcome to the board !!!! youve done a lot in a short time !!! i love big blocks but ls motors is the way to go these days !!!
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check out my build thread 71 c/10 step side 5.3 twin turbo http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485320 raul |
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07-30-2012, 09:29 AM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
Iv found a LS1 out of a corvette it has 45,000 miles on it very clean motor comes with wiring harness and computer for 3,000. I'm not sure if that's a good price or not. can anyone help me out?
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07-31-2012, 09:12 AM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
While my frame is off at powder coat iv started puttin my new floor pan in my cab.
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07-31-2012, 09:56 PM
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Re: 71 chevy step side first build
Does anyone know if a cab from 67 Chevy c10 the same as a cab from a 71 Chevy c10? Iv found a 1967 Chevy parts truck for $400 and it would be nice to have the parts for the cab of they would work. Can someone please help me out?
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